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Commissioner raises conflicts and disclosure concerns about Miami Design Preservation League; board to return with reforms and new leadership

2845605 · April 1, 2025
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Committee members and MDPL representatives discussed allegations that MDPL leadership failed to register lobbying activity and accepted developer donations before advocacy positions; MDPL said its executive director resigned and the board will return with organizational reforms and new leadership.

Commissioner Suarez presented concerns about the Miami Design Preservation League’s (MDPL) advocacy practices, alleging failures to register lobbying activity, undisclosed donor relationships with developers, and possible conflicts where donations preceded policy position changes.

Nina Weberworth, MDPL vice chair, told the committee that the executive…

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